The White House intensified Ukraine peace diplomacy while President Trump maintained conditional terms for his personal participation. Trump announced he would meet with Putin and Zelensky only when discussions produce a near-final agreement.
Special Envoy Steve Witkoff received orders to conduct talks with Putin in Moscow, while Army Secretary Dan Driscoll transitioned to engagement with Ukrainian representatives. The coordinated efforts aim to address remaining points of contention.
Trump claimed significant advancement on refining proposals initially drafted by American negotiators. According to the president, only a few points of disagreement remain between the conflicting parties.
The original 28-point plan drew criticism from Kyiv and European capitals, requiring substantial revisions. Multiple negotiating rounds have produced modifications that administration officials claim address concerns.
Ukrainian President Zelensky emphasized ongoing communication with the American side while avoiding confirmation of specific agreements. Ukrainian officials signaled that territorial issues require direct Trump-Zelensky discussions.